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Voting packs are arriving! Check your letterbox and read the voting instructions carefully.
Here's what's in your pack:
1️⃣ Instructions and candidate information (this is for both Northland Regional Council (NRC) and Whangarei District Council (WDC)
2️⃣ Your voting paper - … View moreVoting packs are arriving! Check your letterbox and read the voting instructions carefully.
Here's what's in your pack:
1️⃣ Instructions and candidate information (this is for both Northland Regional Council (NRC) and Whangarei District Council (WDC)
2️⃣ Your voting paper - you'll rank candidates for WDC mayor and your Ward Councillor (STV), tick your candidate for NRC, and tick your answer for the Māori Ward poll.
3️⃣ Envelopes - seal up your completed voting form and bring it to a ballot box or a post box. Post your vote by Tuesday 7 October 2025 or bring it to a ballot box by 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025.
🗳️ List of ballot boxes:
GAS Station Maungatapere - 1137 State Highway 14, Maungatapere
Hikurangi Four Square - 29 King Street, Hikurangi
Pak'nSave Whangārei - Walton Street, Whangarei
Parua Bay Four Square - 1379 Whangarei Heads Road, Parua Bay
Whangārei Central Library - 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
Whangarei District Council Ruakākā Services Centre - 9 Takutai Place, Ruakākā
Whangarei District Council Te Iwitahi (civic centre) - 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
Whangārei isite Visitor Centre - 92 Otaika Road, Raumanga, Whangārei
Woolworths Regent - 11 Kamo Road, Regent, Whangārei
Woolworths Tikipunga - cnr Paramount Parade and Wanaka Street, Tikipunga, Whangārei
On the Mobile Library bus - see the link below 🚌
Map of ballot boxes and more info:
www.wdc.govt.nz...
Neighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
… View moreNeighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
For some amazing te reo resources, head to ReoMāori.co.nz
Me mahi tahi tātou, Neighbours 🌿
Basin City Big Band, with vocalists Estevez Gillespie and Karla Galley. at Flames Hotel, Onerahi, Whangarei.
From 2-4-30pm. General Admission, Cash only, $15.
Hey Neighbours!
Thinking about a new mattress? The two most popular picks are memory foam (great support, less partner disturbance) and innerspring (classic, affordable, and lots of firmness options). Both have their pros and cons—but the best way to know what’s right for you is to explore … View moreHey Neighbours!
Thinking about a new mattress? The two most popular picks are memory foam (great support, less partner disturbance) and innerspring (classic, affordable, and lots of firmness options). Both have their pros and cons—but the best way to know what’s right for you is to explore and try them out.
Learn more here: beds4u.co.nz...
and find the mattress that’s just right for you!
Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day is on Sunday 5 October. All 38 of our villages are open from 10am to 2pm.
Rimu reasonable condition for the age only selling to clear space in my garage. Negotiable price $300
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The Boatique Harbour Market
📅 Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 October 2025
🕙 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
📍 Reyburn House Gardens & Art Studio, Town Basin, Whangārei
A Weekend of Art, Crafts, Market & Maritime Magic.
Over 40+ stalls of arts, crafts, food & design:
- Arts &… View moreThe Boatique Harbour Market
📅 Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 October 2025
🕙 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
📍 Reyburn House Gardens & Art Studio, Town Basin, Whangārei
A Weekend of Art, Crafts, Market & Maritime Magic.
Over 40+ stalls of arts, crafts, food & design:
- Arts & Crafts Stalls
- Food Stalls
- Live music & performances
- Whānau-friendly activities
Free Entry – All Welcome!
Hosted and organised by the Northland Society of Arts Reyburn House Volunteers
Contact: events@reyburnhouse.co.nz
Follow us: The Boatique Harbour Market
Spring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from … View moreSpring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from spare tents and pre-loved books to clothes that deserve another spin.
How it works:
List your items individually before the day. Then, sit back as interested buyers on Neighbourly browse and get in touch directly.
And if you’re not selling?
There’s still treasure to be found! Jump online on the 27th and grab yourself a bargain or two.
Let’s turn clutter into community wins.
Don’t miss out!
Impress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step … View moreImpress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step instructions.
With so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The … View moreWith so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The Neighbourly Team's suggestion: Taskmaster on TVNZ, because watching celebrities do silly things over dinner is the end to the day we all need!)
First-time lifter Mona got the technique down pat while Colin lifted an incredible 60kg! Even 100-year-old Bill joined in! Together they raised $1,700 for Hato Hone St John. A day full of fun, courage, and community spirit!
Click read more to read about the full lift-off.
Far North Police are appealing for information about a burglary where multiple firearms and two vehicles were stolen.
An investigation has commenced this week into the burglary at a rural property in the Kaeo area. Police believe the burglary has occurred between 4-14 September.
Detective … View moreFar North Police are appealing for information about a burglary where multiple firearms and two vehicles were stolen.
An investigation has commenced this week into the burglary at a rural property in the Kaeo area. Police believe the burglary has occurred between 4-14 September.
Detective Brooke Chambers, of Northland’s Organised Crime and Gang Disruption Unit, says finding the firearms is a top priority.
“Firearms in the hands of the wrong people pose a significant risk to our communities and we would like to return these to the custody of their rightful owner.”
A white 1997 Toyota Landcruiser 70 series “Troopy” and a 1987 Harley Davidson Sportster motorcycle were also stolen.
Detective Chambers says all information, even if it seems insignificant, could assist the ongoing investigation. “We are appealing to community members who have disturbed strangers on their properties or witnessed any suspicious activity to please come forward.”
Urgent matters should be reported by calling 111.
Police can be updated online now or by calling 105 using the reference number 250915/2151.
Anonymous reports can be made via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111/Operation Garin.
To New Zealand’s frontline heroes: we see you, we thank you, and we’re honoured to stand with you. Your dedication keeps our communities safe and strong. As a small gesture of appreciation, we’re offering a Frontliner Discount. It’s our way of giving back to those who give so much, every … View moreTo New Zealand’s frontline heroes: we see you, we thank you, and we’re honoured to stand with you. Your dedication keeps our communities safe and strong. As a small gesture of appreciation, we’re offering a Frontliner Discount. It’s our way of giving back to those who give so much, every single day. This isn’t just a discount. It’s a partnership of gratitude and support, a true win-win that cares for you and the families you serve. From all of us at Beds4U, thank you for everything you do.
#Beds4U #ThankYouFrontliners #CommunityFirst #BetterSleep
We still have 135 long-stay animals in our care, waiting to find their forever homes! ? If you can provide the right home for them, you can adopt for just a donation/koha when you start the process by this Sunday, September 21st.
These wonderful animals have been waiting patiently for their … View moreWe still have 135 long-stay animals in our care, waiting to find their forever homes! ? If you can provide the right home for them, you can adopt for just a donation/koha when you start the process by this Sunday, September 21st.
These wonderful animals have been waiting patiently for their special someone – could that be you? ? You might need to travel a bit further than your nearest SPCA Center, but we promise they're worth the journey.
Even though we’re waiving our standard adoption fees for our long-stays, every animal is desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, treated for fleas and worms – all ready to head home with you. Meet all of our long-stays on our site now!
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